Local Life
Heritage in the Hat: Old world charm
By Sally Sehn on January 11th, 2024
Nestled into the corner of S. Railway and Fifth Street is a quaint building best known as the Heidel Haus Inn. The building is far older than it looks, having had more facelifts than an aging actress. A frame structure on this site is mapped as far back as 1905. It once served as a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Real change requires more than resolution
By Rev. Kristy Reimers-Loader on January 6th, 2024
The transition from one year to the next always seems to involve some expectation of change. Magazines proclaim, “New Year, New You!” on their January covers. Sales on vitamins, supplements and gym memberships reflect our past year’s regret for neglecting our health and physical fitness, and our New Year’s resolutions reflect our hope to do ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: How high can you go?
By Linda Hancock on January 6th, 2024
When we stand at the beginning of a new year, we often think about setting goals or making resolutions. Unfortunately, motivation can quickly wane. Those who seem determined to get into better physical shape find that the gyms are packed in January but almost empty in February. Actually, it doesn’t take many weeks until we ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Kickstarting the mind after the winter break
By Patty Rooks on January 6th, 2024
Sometimes the winter break can get a bit long and we are looking for things to do. As the winter break comes to an end, what better way to get those young minds thinking once again than some science? This experiment is going to make you think for sure as we create some fun treats ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Shift focus from weight to health
By Pat MacIntosh on January 5th, 2024
Happy New Year! It’s that time of year again when many people make resolutions to improve their health; often involving dieting or weight loss goals. However, weight loss or a smaller body size does not necessarily equal health. In fact, the extreme methods used to lose weight often make people less healthy. Diets don’t work ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Stampede Roundup: Another exciting year ahead for MH Exhibition & Stampede
By Ryan McCracken on January 5th, 2024
With a new year upon us, we’re busy gearing up for another jam-packed calendar of events here at the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede. In fact, the fun has already started with Western Tractor Days, running until 3 p.m. today at the Cypress Centre with food, equipment showcase displays, fun and games for the little ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: An active lifestyle is the right resolution
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on January 5th, 2024
One week into the New Year, and how are you doing on your resolutions? Most people make ambitious plans at the end of December and by this point can’t remember what they were. A few people overdo it, like those who commit to running a marathon before they’ve had success with a daily walk. If ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: If you can’t have snow, at least you can still have science
By Patty Rooks on December 30th, 2023
What a winter we have been experiencing – unusually warm temperatures for this time of year for sure. I truly wish there was some snow. I am not sure if there will be any soon, so I have come up with my own way to experience the “magic” of the season. Not to mention, I ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Happy New Year!
By Linda Hancock on December 30th, 2023
I always try to be politically correct but to be honest I am not sure about all the rules anymore. The goal is to give good wishes without offending anyone. Here are some of the areas that can cause concern: 1. Ethnicity – This year Susan Hussey, a British noblewoman who served as lady in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Year of our lord
By Roland Weisbrot on December 30th, 2023
2024. Earth and all of us on it have successfully made another trip around the Sun. I used to think a year was a very long time, but the older I get the faster years seem to pass. As we celebrate the coming of another year however, we Christians also proclaim a great truth. You ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Collector’s Corner: MH Coin and Stamp Club a perfect spot for the collector in you
By Dennis Vickery on December 30th, 2023
Canada Post has continued its annual tradition of Christmas stamps with the Madonna and Child Permanent domestic rate stamp. The design uses the style of stained-glass windows found in churches, emphasizing the timeless beauty of the Madonna and Child. The Medicine Hat Coin and Stamp Club operates two trade shows a year – in April ... Read More »
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